1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend 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 193 more horse power than 1999 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend. 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, 1999 Honda Legend, 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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Turbo | Legend |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |
