2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana 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 311 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Torana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2590 mm |
