1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 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 57 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 670 kg more than 1995 BMW S3. 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 1995 BMW S3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Turbo | S3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |