1979 Austin Marina vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Marina | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3120 mm |
