2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero 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 260 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Arnage | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2380 mm |
