1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 191 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 653 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Turbo | IS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 65 L |
