1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 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 246 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 852 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Bentley | Tatra |
Model | Arnage | T603 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |