1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S 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 194 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 935 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |