2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT 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 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
