1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. 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 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1981 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2560 mm |