1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol 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) has 204 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. 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 Renault Symbol, 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) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | Symbol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2473 mm |