1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 12 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 186 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Brooklands | 408 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |