2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 232 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 855 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJS. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Arnage | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |
