1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 17 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 925 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Brooklands | Croma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
