1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1977 Datsun 280
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Datsun 280 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Datsun 280. (125 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1977 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 975 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280. 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1977 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | Bentley | Datsun |
| Model | Brooklands | 280 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2700 mm |
