2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1957 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Buick 40. (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1957 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Arnage | 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3110 mm |
