1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1972 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Brooklands.
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 1972 Bizzarrini Manta has manual transmission. 1972 Bizzarrini Manta 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 | 1972 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | Bentley | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Brooklands | Manta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
