2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari 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 421 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 837 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari 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 | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Arnage | Mehari |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 39 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |