2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 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 302 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 56 L |
