1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | X6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 85 L |
