1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 14 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, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 369 kg more than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LX 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, 2012 Lexus LX 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Lexus LX | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Brooklands | LX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2850 mm |