1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare. 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) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Bentley | Plymouth |
Model | Arnage | Volare |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 231 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |