1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 290 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |
