2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 281 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Express |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 498 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 12 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |