1991 Alpina B vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B 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 40 more horse power than 1991 Alpina B. (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpina B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 789 kg more than 1991 Alpina B. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpina B. (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpina B. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B 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:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3370 mm |
