2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2012 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M 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 M 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (565 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2901 mm |