2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 442 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
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 | 158 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |