2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 402 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
