1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1954 Buick 40
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 630 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1954 Buick 40 | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Brooklands | 40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 5279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1720 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3110 mm |