2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra 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 312 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. 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, 1986 Buick Electra, 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 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1986 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Arnage | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2820 mm |
