1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 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 168 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 816 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40, 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Turbo | S40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 57 L |
