1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa 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 242 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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, 1982 Opel Corsa, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Brooklands | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |