2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 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 310 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1968 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 Rover 2000 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 | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Arnage | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2640 mm |
