2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1969 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino 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 423 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1969 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
