1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 14 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Bentley | Koenigsegg |
Model | Brooklands | CCX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |