2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 375 more horse power than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. (369 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2011 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 369 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |