2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 914 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | 1302 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 40 L |