2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 928. (306 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | 928 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 306 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 408 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |