2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna 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 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Arnage | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
