2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta 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 334 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. 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 (875 Nm) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Bentley | Lancia |
| Model | Arnage | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 165 Nm |
| 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 | 2585 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
