2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Bentley Continental. (567 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Bentley Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 567 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
