2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Bentley | Wartburg |
Model | Arnage | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2460 mm |