1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Brooklands | 340 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
