2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Arnage | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2720 mm |
