1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 720 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XJR |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 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 | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |