2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP) has 456 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Brooklands | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 774 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |