1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 14 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 212 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. 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, 2010 Opel Astra, 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra. 1996 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Astra 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Brooklands | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |
