1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Brooklands | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
