2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 796 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Arnage | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
