2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 840 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 59 L |
