2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 BMW 3.3
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 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 211 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1973 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 3.3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |