1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 14 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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 595 kg more than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Turbo | Shelby GT500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1800 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 61 L |