1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa 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 214 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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, 1993 Opel Corsa, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Brooklands | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
