1999 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Cobra | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
