1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Matra-Simca M530

To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Matra-Simca M530 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 279 more horse power than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Matra-Simca M530.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 1972 Matra-Simca M530
Make Bentley Matra-Simca
Model Arnage M530
Year Released 1999 1972
Engine Size 4398 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2322 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2570 mm


 

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