2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260. 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 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 260 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 260 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 | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | 260 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2660 mm |
