1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 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 58 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 900 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Brooklands | 928 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |