2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1987 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1987 Ford Falcon. 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 1987 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
