1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 508 kg more than 1999 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | SL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |