1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 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 330 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | 343 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
