2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 106 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 885 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Bentley | De Tomaso |
| Model | Arnage | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
