1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Turbo | STS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 64 L |