2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord 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 336 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord 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 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Arnage | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
