2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Bentley | De Tomaso |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 297 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |