1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 564 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 Cadillac Eldorado, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 2000 Cadillac Eldorado
Make Bentley Cadillac
Model Arnage Eldorado
Year Released 1999 2000
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2322 kg 1758 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 72 L


 

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