2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera 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 49 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Bentley | De Tomaso |
Model | Arnage | Pantera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |