2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen SV-8 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 | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Arnage | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
