2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Arnage | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 52 L |
