1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio 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 234 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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, 1991 Renault Clio, 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1991 Renault Clio | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | Clio |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |