1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 BMW X5

To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 14 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 152 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Bentley Turbo 2011 BMW X5
Make Bentley BMW
Model Turbo X5
Year Released 1997 2011
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 244 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 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 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4857 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1776 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 85 L


 

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