1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 851 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z8. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | Z8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 73 L |