1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra 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 247 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. 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, 1983 Nissan Micra, 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Brooklands | Micra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2310 mm |
