1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette

To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bentley Brooklands 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 118 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Bentley Brooklands 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
Make Bentley Oldsmobile
Model Brooklands Silhouette
Year Released 1994 1998
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 3348 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 301 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 2430 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2850 mm


 

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