2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
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 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 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 448 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 240 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 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
