2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 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 363 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Arnage | 311 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |