2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 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 143 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 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) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 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 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
