1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 17 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1092 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 1990 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turbo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
