1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 BMW 760

To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 10 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, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 BMW 760.

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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 760.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Turbo 2008 BMW 760
Make Bentley BMW
Model Turbo 760
Year Released 1998 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 440 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2395 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 88 L


 

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