2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 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 127 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1978 BMW M1. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1. 2003 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW M1 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 | 1978 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | M1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 273 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 116 L |
