1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 Bristol 412
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 412. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 612 kg more than 1976 Bristol 412. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 412. (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 412. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1976 Bristol 412 | |
Make | Bentley | Bristol |
Model | Arnage | 412 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |