2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 242 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Arnage | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2560 mm |
