2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 227 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2760 mm |
