2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (147 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Roadster. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1950 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1950 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Arnage | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 54 L |
