1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 228 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 829 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Turbo | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
