2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 8 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 369 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 128 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 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
