2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2013 BMW M6. (552 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2013 BMW M6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW M6 (678 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. (651 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M6 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 BMW M6 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | M6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 552 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 678 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2851 mm |