1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1999 BMW M28i
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1999 BMW M28i | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Brooklands | M28i |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
