2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 311 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. 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 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2620 mm |
