1960 Abarth 700 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 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2015 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 805 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 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 700 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Abarth | Bentley |
| Model | 700 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| 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 | 3480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 96 L |
