2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 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 (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1616 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. 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 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Renault 5 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Arnage | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |