2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana 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 357 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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, 1990 Nissan Santana, 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 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Arnage | Santana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2560 mm |