1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema 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 133 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Thema. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema. 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, 1984 Lancia Thema, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Thema. (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Bentley | Lancia |
Model | Brooklands | Thema |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |