2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage 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 307 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1549 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 738 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam 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 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
