1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore 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 (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Arnage | Commodore |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |