2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 253 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 111 L |
