1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 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 245 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Brooklands | 850 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2040 mm |