1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Brooklands 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 106 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1999 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | X5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |