2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz S. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
