2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda 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 299 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Bentley | Plymouth |
| Model | Arnage | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
