2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1537 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Arnage | Beta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 59 L |
