1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 588 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Turbo | S80 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1862 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2835 mm |