1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 750 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 96 L |
