2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1954 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord 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 556 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1954 Opel Rekord. 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. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1954 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1954 Opel Rekord 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:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1954 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 44 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
