2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1949 Bristol 402
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 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 315 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402. 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 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402. 2003 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 402 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 402 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 1949 Bristol 402 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Arnage | 402 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |
