2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 230 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 815 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XJ6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |