1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 8 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 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2006 BMW 550 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Turbo | 550 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |