2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 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 356 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
| Model | Arnage | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
