1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire 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 181 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Turbo | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 60 L |
