1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Vector M12 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Vector M12.
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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Vector M12. (576 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Vector M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Bentley | Vector |
| Model | Arnage | M12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 484 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2750 mm |
