1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 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 258 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Bentley | NSU |
Model | Brooklands | 1000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2260 mm |