1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Brooklands | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 93 L |
