2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse 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 530 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
