2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta 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 423 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta.
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, 1978 Lancia Beta, 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 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Bentley | Lancia |
Model | Brooklands | Beta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 59 L |