1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy 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 172 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 600 kg more than 1980 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Brooklands | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
