2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse 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 329 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1706 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. 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 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Bentley | Triumph |
Model | Arnage | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |