1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 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 (835 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Arnage | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |