1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Turbo | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Turbo | Lumina |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |