2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 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 373 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000.
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, 1990 Saab 9000, 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 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 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 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Bentley | Saab |
Model | Brooklands | 9000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 38 L |