2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada 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) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 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) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada 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 | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Arnage | Espada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2660 mm |
