1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 13 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 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2009 BMW X6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | X6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2940 mm |