1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 17 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1996 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Bentley Brooklands.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental, 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Bentley Brooklands. (600 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Brooklands | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2745 mm |
