2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | SC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
