1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 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 46 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 372 kg more than 2011 BMW 740. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage. 2011 BMW 740 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. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 740 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 82 L |