2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
| Model | Arnage | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
