2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan 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 500 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1856 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1963 Lotus Elan 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 | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Bentley | Lotus |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Elan |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2140 mm |