1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Bentley | Saab |
| Model | Arnage | 95 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 60 L |
