1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 18 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1994 Bentley Brooklands.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Brooklands | Insignia |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2737 mm |