1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 15 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 141 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. 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, 2005 Rover 75, 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Turbo | 75 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |