1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend 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 225 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Arnage | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
