1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 19 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, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Bentley Turbo. (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Bentley Turbo.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2940 mm |
