2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914.
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 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Brooklands | 914 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |