2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 407 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 807 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2300 mm |