1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (123 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Brooklands | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
