2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 312 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Arnage | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |