1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | 145 | Arnage |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 94 L |