1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 15 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 158 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Turbo | XF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2909 mm |
