2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 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 511 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
