2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1975 BMW 320
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 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 291 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. 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 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1975 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 320 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
