2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 304, 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Arnage | 304 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 67.6 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 42 L |
