2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1984 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1984 Holden Commodore 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 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
