1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 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 3 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 Bentley Brooklands.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Brooklands | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Brooklands | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3645 mm |
