1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 925 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Brooklands | Bora |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |