1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 GMC Sierra.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Brooklands | Sierra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3645 mm |