1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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 242 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Turbo | 2007 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Turbo | 120 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 50 L |