1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Dodge Ram.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2004 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2004 Dodge Ram 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 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Turbo | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 98 L |
