2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 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 360 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1661 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212. 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ferrari 212. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | 212 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 159 L |
