1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 6 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 78 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 BMW M3. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2004 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | M3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 63 L |
