2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 153 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Bentley Arnage.
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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | 600 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |