1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1971 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT 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 188 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1971 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Bentley | Bizzarrini |
Model | Brooklands | GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2210 mm |