1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 2000 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alpine | Bentley |
Model | V6 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |