2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 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 496 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1976 Triumph TR7 has manual transmission. 1976 Triumph TR7 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 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
