2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 358 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 273 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |