1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 822 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2900 mm |
