1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1990 Bentley Turbo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Turbo | 1600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |