1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2010 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper. 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, 2010 Bentley Brooklands (1,048 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Viper. 2010 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1999 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1999 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Chrysler | Bentley |
Model | Viper | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 1048 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3117 mm |