2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 274 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |