1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 7 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) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 882 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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, 2005 Saturn L, 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) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (258 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Bentley | Saturn |
| Model | Brooklands | L |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
