2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1975 Mini MK III
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini MK III 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1975 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1975 kg more than 1975 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini MK III, 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 774 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini MK III. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1975 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1975 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1975 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Bentley | Mini |
| Model | Arnage | MK III |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2040 mm |
