2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 BMW Turbo
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo 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 270 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1601 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1972 BMW Turbo | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
