2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 287 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
