1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | Centura |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
