2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
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 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude 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 510 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
