1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 100 L |