1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1329 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Brooklands | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
