2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman 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 227 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1994 Holden Statesman. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
