2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 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 380 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2035 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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 797 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 2003 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 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 | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 1710 mm |
