2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman 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 189 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman 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 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
