2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
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 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta 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 482 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
