2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade 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 400 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, 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 801 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Arnage | Charade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 43 L |
