2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 7 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 245 more horse power than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (355 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Cerbera. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Bentley | TVR |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
