2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 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 227 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 924 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 | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Arnage | 924 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
