1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo 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 261 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Bentley | Tata |
| Model | Turbo | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
