1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan 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 138 more horse power than 1990 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1990 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan. 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, 1990 Lotus Elan, 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bentley Brooklands | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Bentley | Lotus |
Model | Brooklands | Elan |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2260 mm |