1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1444 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. 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, 2009 Ford Flex, 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Turbo | Flex |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3000 mm |