1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 9 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Brooklands | RX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
