1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 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 148 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1243 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Brooklands | Ranger |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3200 mm |