2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 411 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1979 Holden Kingswood. 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 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Arnage | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |