2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 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 442 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1478 kg more than 1978 Renault 5. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 5 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 | 1978 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
