1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 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 201 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Brooklands | 1609 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |