2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 TVR Tasmin 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 (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1986 TVR Tasmin. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 TVR Tasmin. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1986 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1986 TVR Tasmin 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1986 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Bentley | TVR |
| Model | Arnage | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 2585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2390 mm |
