1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane 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 128 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (168 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 775 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | Safrane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |