1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 280 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
