1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1961 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 311 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) has 247 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 311, 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1961 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Brooklands | 311 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |