2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1995 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 995 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Viper. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Viper. (620 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Viper. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1995 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1995 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | Viper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
