1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | X3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 67 L |
