1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 313 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |