2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Statesman 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 285 more horse power than 1975 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Statesman.
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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Brooklands | Statesman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |