2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 BMW 633
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 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 303 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1976 BMW 633. 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 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 633 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 | 1976 BMW 633 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 633 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
