1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 736 kg more than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1784 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |