2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana 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 218 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Torana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2590 mm |
