1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1990 Porsche 911

To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 1990 Porsche 911
Make Bentley Porsche
Model Arnage 911
Year Released 1999 1990
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4398 cc 3163 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 395 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1260 mm


 

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