2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | |
| Make | Avanti | Bentley |
| Model | Studebaker | Hunaudieres |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 615 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2660 mm |
