2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 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 459 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44.
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 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bentley | DAF |
| Model | Arnage | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 114 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2260 mm |
