1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 15 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge. 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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Brooklands | Edge |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2824 mm |
