2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
