2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore 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 452 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
