2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 355 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (550 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 550 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2896 mm |