1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1974 Peugeot 204

To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 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 254 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. 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, 1974 Peugeot 204, 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Bentley Brooklands 1974 Peugeot 204
Make Bentley Peugeot
Model Brooklands 204
Year Released 1995 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1130 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2430 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2610 mm


 

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