2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline 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 307 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1982 Nissan Skyline. 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 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Arnage | Skyline |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2620 mm |