1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 47 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.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Arnage | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
