1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 634 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 600 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Brooklands | XJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3157 mm |
