2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 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 270 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. 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 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | 760 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 82 L |