2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports 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 485 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2303 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 826 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports 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 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Bentley | Berkeley |
| Model | Arnage | Sports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 15 L |
