2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart 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 210 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Dart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
