1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1600. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1696 kg more than 1960 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. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 1600 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 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 | 890 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
