2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 Buick LeSabre
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 LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre 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 297 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1978 Buick LeSabre. 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 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1978 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Arnage | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2950 mm |