1999 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 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 175 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Brooklands | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Bentley | Mini |
Model | Brooklands | Cooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2467 mm |