1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Turbo | 504 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |