2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett 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 442 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett.
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, 1987 Opel Kadett, 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 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Kadett 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 | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Brooklands | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
