2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 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 341 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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 722 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | 17 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.7 mm |
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 | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |