2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 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 239 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2780 mm |
