2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 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 350 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 502 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 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 502 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 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 | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
