2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Arnage | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | 1600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |