1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Bentley Brooklands. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Bentley Brooklands.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Brooklands | Arnage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3370 mm |