2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 453 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brooklands | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 40 L |
