1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2015 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 96 L |
