1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 240 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 (835 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Arnage | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2590 mm |
