1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 2 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 175 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | IS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
