1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 15 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 820 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador. (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Turbo | Aventador |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 90 L |
