2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1954 Rover P4
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 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 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 521 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1954 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1954 Rover P4 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 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
