2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 11 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2012 BMW 750. (455 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 BMW 750. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 750 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 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | 750 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 455 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 697 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3211 mm |