1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 920 kg more than 2011 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Brooklands | Laguna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |