1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 3 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 262 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 735 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turbo | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
