2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 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 154 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Arnage | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
