2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 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 277 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1976 BMW 630 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 630 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |