1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry 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 306 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
