2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Bristol 411
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bristol 411 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 212 more horse power than 1974 Bristol 411. (288 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 875 kg more than 1974 Bristol 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Arnage (1,001 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bristol 411. (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Bristol 411 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Arnage | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 6277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2910 mm |
