2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 985 kg more than 1985 Bitter SC. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 1985 Bitter SC | |
Make | Bentley | Bitter |
Model | Arnage | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2690 mm |