2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 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 305 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. 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 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Arnage | 604 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
