1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Brooklands | 312 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |