1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 11 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1995 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Brooklands | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Brooklands | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3010 mm |