1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (333 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 660 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Turbo | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 73 L |
