2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 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 203 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 795 kg more than 1990 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Arnage | V8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
