1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 112 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 BMW 740. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | 740 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2940 mm |
