1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 338 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Arnage | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2110 mm |
