1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1990 Bentley Turbo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 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 212 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Turbo | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2240 mm |
