1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Brooklands 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 99 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 1996 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Brooklands | SS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
