2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 324 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1606 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Arnage | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2500 mm |
