2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (600 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bentley | Maybach |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | 57 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 613 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3400 mm |