1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal 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 260 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1987 Buick Regal, 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Turbo | Regal |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 62 L |