2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 217 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Arnage | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |