1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2002 BMW Z8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 825 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z8. 1990 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Turbo | Z8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |