2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1987 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark 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 304 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1987 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Arnage | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
