1999 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2583 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8. (705 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | R8 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1520 mm |
