1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Buick Regal
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal 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 153 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 762 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal. 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, 2000 Buick Regal, 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal. 2000 Buick Regal 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 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Buick Regal | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Arnage | Regal |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 64 L |