2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1964 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2045 kg more than 1964 Steyr 700C. 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 (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 835 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1964 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Bentley | Steyr |
| Model | Arnage | 700C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1950 mm |
