2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 162 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2830 mm |
