2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1993 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1993 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GT | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
