2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda 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 392 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Bentley | Plymouth |
Model | Arnage | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |