1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra 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 281 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Turbo | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
