1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster

To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 7 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 171 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1455 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Turbo 2005 Morgan Roadster
Make Bentley Morgan
Model Turbo Roadster
Year Released 1998 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2395 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2500 mm


 

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