1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Honda Insight

To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 333 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1667 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 2004 Honda Insight, 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 745 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 2004 Honda Insight
Make Bentley Honda
Model Arnage Insight
Year Released 1999 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 67 HP
Torque 835 Nm 90 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 853 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 40 L