1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 BMW 528

To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 652 kg more than 2000 BMW 528. 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 (570 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 2000 BMW 528
Make Bentley BMW
Model Arnage 528
Year Released 1999 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2926 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 279 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2322 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2840 mm


 

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