2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1959 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 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 45 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 420. (405 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420. 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.
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2009 Bentley Arnage | 1959 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Arnage | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
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 | 2655 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |