2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
