2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 BMW 728
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 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 219 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 980 kg more than 1979 BMW 728. 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 728 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 728 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1979 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 728 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
