1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 12 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 562 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Bentley | Aston Martin |
Model | Arnage | DB9 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |