2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 384 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 216 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |