2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 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 (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | 735 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |