1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS 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 120 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 705 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
