1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane 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 286 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 870 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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 (835 Nm) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (234 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
