2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 251 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |