2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1991 Buick Reatta
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Reatta 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 335 more horse power than 1991 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta. 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, 1991 Buick Reatta, 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) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1991 Buick Reatta | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Arnage | Reatta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |
