2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Blazer 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 286 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 731 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
