1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 BMW 130
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 7 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 89 more horse power than 2006 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 130.
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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130. 2006 BMW 130 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. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2006 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 53 L |
