2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 298 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3645 mm |
