1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark 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 143 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Brooklands | Skylark |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |