2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | TL | Brooklands |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 774 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3120 mm |