1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2002 BMW M3
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 5 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 58 more horse power than 2002 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 800 kg more than 2002 BMW M3. 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) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2002 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | M3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 67 L |
