2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Bentley | De Tomaso |
Model | Arnage | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |