2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza

To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 547 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (90 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1972 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
Make Bentley Vauxhall
Model Exp Speed 8 Firenza
Year Released 2001 1972
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 1256 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 600 HP 53 HP
Torque 651 Nm 90 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1000 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2470 mm


 

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