2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 362 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. (402 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
