1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Arnage | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |