2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana 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 (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana.
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 (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 887 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Brooklands | Torana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 1050 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2550 mm |
