2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1961 Bristol 407
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 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 (400 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 407. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1961 Bristol 407. 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 407. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1961 Bristol 407 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Arnage | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |
