1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 11 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
| Model | Brooklands | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3140 mm |
