2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C 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 64 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler C. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 705 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C. 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Chrysler C | |
Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
Model | Arnage | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3210 mm |