2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 995 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Viper. (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Viper. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1989 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1989 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | Viper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 389 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2450 mm |
