1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 13 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Bentley Continental GT. (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Turbo | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 90 L |
