1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1984 BMW 323
To start off, 1999 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1984 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 1984 BMW 323 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | 323 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |