1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 247 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 837 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Turbo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 65 L |