2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird 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 341 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
