1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 2 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 275 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V40. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40. 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, 2000 Volvo V40, 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 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Turbo | V40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 58 L |
