1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 121 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (732 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Turbo | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
