2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 361 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | Centura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3533 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
