2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
