2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 311 kg more than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Express |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 711 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |