2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L 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 449 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Bentley | Skoda |
| Model | Arnage | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
