2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Rex 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 371 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2027 kg more than 1984 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Rex, 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Arnage | Rex |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2260 mm |
