1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2006 BMW 323
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 13 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
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) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323. 1993 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 323 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 | 2006 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Brooklands | 323 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |
