2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 297 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2012 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2885 mm |
