2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 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 318 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1691 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Arnage | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
