2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Rover Montego

To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego 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 333 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. 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, 1989 Rover Montego, 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 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Montego 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 1989 Rover Montego
Make Bentley Rover
Model Arnage Montego
Year Released 2009 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6749 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 9.1:1
Top Speed 270 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2655 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2580 mm


 

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