2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari 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 421 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 836 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen Mehari 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 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
