1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 13 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 674 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Turbo | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 71 L |
