2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 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 50 more horse power than 1964 Ford GT 40. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1721 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40. 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) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2003 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 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 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2420 mm |
