1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Aerostar 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) has 307 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 985 kg more than 1986 Ford Aerostar. 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) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Turbo | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
