2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1991 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend 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 248 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend. 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, 1991 Honda Legend, 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 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1991 Honda Legend | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Arnage | Legend |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |