1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 130 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Turbo 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Bentley Subaru
Model Turbo Legacy
Year Released 1998 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 800 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2395 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 70 L


 

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