2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Crown Victoria 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 221 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 37 L |
