2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug 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 469 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2177 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. 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 823 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Bug has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Bug 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 | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Bentley | Reliant |
| Model | Arnage | Bug |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 23 L |
