1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine A 610 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alpine | Bentley |
Model | A 610 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |