2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 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 147 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 228 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 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Arnage | 228 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |