1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1998 Honda Capa

To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 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 1997 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Bentley Turbo 1998 Honda Capa
Make Bentley Honda
Model Turbo Capa
Year Released 1997 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 396 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2395 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2370 mm


 

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