1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT 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 216 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Arnage | XT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 60 L |
