1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1955 Bentley R Type Continental
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bentley R Type Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bentley R Type Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 620 kg more than 1955 Bentley R Type Continental.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1955 Bentley R Type Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Brooklands | R Type Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
| 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 | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3050 mm |
