2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina 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 485 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina 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 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |