1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1971 MG MGB
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG MGB 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 199 more horse power than 1971 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1971 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1971 MG MGB. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1971 MG MGB | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Brooklands | MGB |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 880 kg |
