1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 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) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 978 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Brooklands | 740 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2780 mm |
