2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 745 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Arnage | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
