2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic 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 (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 796 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Arnage | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |