2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire 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 384 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1930 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. 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 781 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Bentley | Triumph |
| Model | Arnage | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 37 L |
