2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Arnage | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2620 mm |
