1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 146 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 703 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Turbo | Charger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |
