1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1990 Bentley Turbo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Bentley Turbo 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 1990 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100, 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Bentley | MG |
| Model | Turbo | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2380 mm |
