1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 10 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 225 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 935 kg more than 2009 BMW 520. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 520 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |