1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 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 215 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1971 BMW 3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |