1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 16 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 91 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Turbo | X5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |