2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 785 kg more than 1979 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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, 1979 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Arnage | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
