2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Bristol 405
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 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 (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1956 Bristol 405. 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 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1956 Bristol 405 has manual transmission. 1956 Bristol 405 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 | 1956 Bristol 405 | |
| Make | Bentley | Bristol |
| Model | Arnage | 405 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
