1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 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 126 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (175 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 969 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. 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, 1994 Saab 900, 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1994 Saab 900 | |
Make | Bentley | Saab |
Model | Brooklands | 900 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2600 mm |