1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 BMW 330

To start off, both 1999 Bentley Arnage and 1999 BMW 330 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 212 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 1999 BMW 330
Make Bentley BMW
Model Arnage 330
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2977 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 93 L


 

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