2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
