2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 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 409 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2280 mm |
