1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 99 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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, 2011 Opel Astra, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Brooklands | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |