1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 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 222 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 960 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Brooklands | P4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2103 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |