1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2001 BMW Z9
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 4 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 10 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z9. (286 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 735 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Brooklands | 2001 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | Z9 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 597 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2960 mm |