2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 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 415 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler 1609 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 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Brooklands | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |
