2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 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 344 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Bentley | Rover |
Model | Arnage | P5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |