2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC 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 210 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. 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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
