1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1968 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini 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 255 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1968 Innocenti Mini, 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1968 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Bentley | Innocenti |
| Model | Brooklands | Mini |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2050 mm |
