2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 183 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2850 mm |
