1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe 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 230 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe, 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Brooklands | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
