1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2000 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 2000 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | 2200 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 94 L |