1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 15 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 135 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 847 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. 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, 2011 Kia Optima, 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Brooklands | Optima |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
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 | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2797 mm |