2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 113 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (380 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| 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 | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |
