2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Arnage | 944 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |