1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2005 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2005 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1600 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3120 mm |
