2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster 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 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 403 more horse power than 2006 Opel Speedster. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Speedster 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 | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
