1958 Alvis TD vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1958 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1958 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alvis | Bentley |
| Model | TD | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
