2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar, 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Telstar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |