1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 11 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, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 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 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Turbo | M6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |