1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 161 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Turbo | XJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 85 L |
