2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport 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 332 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | Newport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3020 mm |
