1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1958 BMW 502
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1958 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1958 BMW 502 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | 502 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |