2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 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 400 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1727 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Arnage | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 52 L |
