2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 Bristol 411
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 738 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411.
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 (839 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1973 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Arnage | 411 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 264 HP |
| Torque | 839 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 110.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
