2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1974 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Reliant Scimitar 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 407 more horse power than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1974 Reliant Scimitar.
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 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Reliant Scimitar. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1974 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1974 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1974 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Bentley | Reliant |
Model | Brooklands | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2540 mm |