1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 734 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brooklands | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |