2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 179 kg more than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |
