1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 953 kg more than 2011 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 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 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | IS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
