2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Bentley Arnage.
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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | Bentley | Daimler |
| Model | Arnage | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3740 mm |
