1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Brooklands 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 177 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 777 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. 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, 1997 Volvo S70, 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Brooklands | S70 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |