2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 318 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
Model | Arnage | Charmant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 82 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2340 mm |