1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1970 Honda 1300

To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 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 215 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300, 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Bentley Brooklands 1970 Honda 1300
Make Bentley Honda
Model Brooklands 1300
Year Released 1997 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2350 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 5350 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2200 mm


 

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