1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1995 BMW M5. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 795 kg more than 1995 BMW M5. 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) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1995 BMW M5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | M5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |