2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman 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 157 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (242 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 971 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
