2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic 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 297 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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 (835 Nm) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Arnage | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 140 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |