2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana 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 (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana, 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Arnage | Santana |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2560 mm |