1965 AC 427 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC 427. (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC 427.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | 427 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
