2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 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 294 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3.
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 (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Brooklands | Z3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 51 L |