2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1983 Renault 11
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 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 519 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
