2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 269 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt, 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 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Bentley | Plymouth |
| Model | Arnage | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2400 mm |
