1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Esprit 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 235 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1986 Lotus Esprit. 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 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Bentley | Lotus |
Model | Arnage | Esprit |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 31 L |