1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, both 1999 Bentley Arnage and 1999 Volvo S70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 162 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S70. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1999 Volvo S70. 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, 1999 Volvo S70, 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S70. (330 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | S70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |