1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 243 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Brooklands | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
