1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord 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 334 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. 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) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Arnage | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
