2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. (541 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 541 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 691 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |