2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2005 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Bristol Fighter. (518 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Bristol Fighter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter. 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 2005 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 | 2005 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Fighter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 7992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 518 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 714 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |