1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Brooklands 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 237 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Brooklands | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2310 mm |
