2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma 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 323 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1636 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma. 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, 1988 Lancia Prisma, 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Prisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Arnage | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
