2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 492 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 400. 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Arnage | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 118 L |