2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 503 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1418 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
