1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1979 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1979 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Brooklands | 312 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
