1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1981 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman 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 127 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Holden Statesman. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1981 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Brooklands | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 5041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
