2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 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 101 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40. 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) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 125 L |
