1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1960 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Trabant Universal 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 281 more horse power than 1960 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1960 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1960 Trabant Universal. 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, 1960 Trabant Universal, 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1960 Trabant Universal | |
Make | Bentley | Trabant |
Model | Brooklands | Universal |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2030 mm |