1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon 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 157 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon. 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, 2011 Seat Leon, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Turbo | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |
