1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six

To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 1961 Reliant Sabre Six
Make Bentley Reliant
Model Arnage Sabre Six
Year Released 1999 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2553 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 109 HP
Torque 835 Nm 186 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 8.3:1
Top Speed 244 km/hour 179 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 38 L


 

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