2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 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 149 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1981 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 745 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
