1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 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 103 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Brooklands | 420 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |