1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Brooklands | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2860 mm |
