2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pininfarina Coupe 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) has 405 more horse power than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
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, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe, 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 (1,050 Nm) has 874 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1983 Pininfarina Coupe has manual transmission. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe 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.
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2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
Make | Bentley | Pininfarina |
Model | Brooklands | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |