1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 3 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 266 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Turbo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 34 L |
