2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 825 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2. 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
Make | Bentley | Daimler |
Model | Arnage | 4.2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2870 mm |