1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Turbo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
