2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper

To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (600 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 836 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.

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, 2000 Dodge Viper (953 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper 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 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper 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 2000 Dodge Viper
Make Bentley Dodge
Model Exp Speed 8 Viper
Year Released 2001 2000
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 8521 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 777 HP
Torque 651 Nm 953 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2450 mm


 

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