2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (435 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (540 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | DB7 | Exp Speed 8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 540 Nm | 651 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |