2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD 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 483 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1959 Alvis TD | |
Make | Bentley | Alvis |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | TD |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 117 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |