2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1970 Bristol 411
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 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 164 more horse power than 1970 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1970 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 875 kg more than 1970 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1970 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Arnage | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2910 mm |
