2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 182 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 785 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR. 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Arnage | XJR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 91 L |
