2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Buick Riviera. (250 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 615 kg more than 1973 Buick Riviera. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Riviera. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1973 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Arnage | Riviera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |