2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 547 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 340 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 53 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
