1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 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 216 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18, 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1979 Renault 18 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | 18 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |