1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 13 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 121 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 BMW 323 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | 323 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |