1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 7 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 558 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Arnage | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |
