1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Brooklands 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 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 863 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima, 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, 1999 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Brooklands | Optima |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 241 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |