1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | 1800 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
