1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Turbo | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3380 mm |
