2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 187 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2720 mm |