2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra 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 (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 800 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. 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 (876 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1978 Buick Electra | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Arnage | Electra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |