2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone 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 328 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1418 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. 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, 1989 Subaru Leone, 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 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Arnage | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2470 mm |
