1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 985 kg more than 1991 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Turbo | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
