2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC 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 273 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. 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 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Bitter SC | |
Make | Bentley | Bitter |
Model | Arnage | SC |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2690 mm |