2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 482 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1980 Ford Granada. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
