2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2050 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. 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 (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 836 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Arnage | Rex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1930 mm |
