2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Arnage | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
