1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 73 more horse power than 1990 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 785 kg more than 1990 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Brooklands | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
