1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (395 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 889 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Viper. (664 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Turbo | Viper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 415 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |
