1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 79 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 14 kg more than 1998 Bentley Brooklands.
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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Brooklands | Express |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2364 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3440 mm |