2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 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 426 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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 889 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1975 Triumph TR7 has manual transmission. 1975 Triumph TR7 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 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Brooklands | TR7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |