2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (520 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 520 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 685 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |