1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 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 276 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 45 L |
