1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1958 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan 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 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1958 Opel Kapitan. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1958 Opel Kapitan | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Brooklands | Kapitan |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |