1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 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 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | Z4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |