2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 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 178 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1978 BMW M1. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1978 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | M1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 116 L |
