1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 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) has 301 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353. 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, 1967 Wartburg 353, 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Arnage | 353 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 44 L |