2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. 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 683 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | 145 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2620 mm |