1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 831 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (434 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 96 L |
