1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1999 BMW LMR
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1999 BMW LMR | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Brooklands | LMR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
