2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2350 mm |
