1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 6 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, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 801 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2004 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | M3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |