1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 364 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1537 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Caimano | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3120 mm |
