2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Savana |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
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 | 6-speed automatic |
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 |