2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Arnage | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2980 mm |