2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 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 340 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. 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 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Arnage | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
