1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1956 Buick 40
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 726 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1956 Buick 40 | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Brooklands | 40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |