1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1961 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 356 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 166 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 356. (135 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1961 Porsche 356. 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. 1996 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1961 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1961 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1961 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Brooklands | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2110 mm |
