1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 915 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Turbo | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
