1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 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) has 252 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 2074 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, 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, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1959 Berkeley B | |
Make | Bentley | Berkeley |
Model | Brooklands | B |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 1790 mm |