1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Brooklands | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3060 mm |
