2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 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 370 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Arnage | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 35 L |
