2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend 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 235 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. 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, 1986 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Arnage | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
