1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 14 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turbo | GTI |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
