2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1967 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1508 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra. 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC Cobra. (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC Cobra. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1967 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1967 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Bentley | AC |
| Model | Arnage | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
