2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2255 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Bentley | Lotus |
Model | State Limousine | Excel |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 31 L |