1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Brooklands 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1173 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Brooklands | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
