1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX 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 264 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. 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, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Turbo | CRX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 45 L |
