2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 376 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
