1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 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 119 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (800 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bentley Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Turbo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
