1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 22 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 28 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 298 kg more than 2012 GMC Acadia. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia, 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Bentley Turbo | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Turbo | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3020 mm |
