2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 413 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
