1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 1 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 841 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (746 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | Project Vantage | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 94 L |
