2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1973 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro 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 452 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1973 Austin Allegro | |
Make | Bentley | Austin |
Model | Brooklands | Allegro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 47 L |