2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 996 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 119 L |
