2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1961 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta 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 (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1961 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta. 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 (876 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1961 Buick Invicta | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Arnage | Invicta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 6576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 583 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 106.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |