1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 260 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (136 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 886 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. 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, 2000 Volvo S60, 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 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Turbo | S60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |
