1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 372 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
