1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Ford Taurus. (365 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 539 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (474 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Taurus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 365 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 474 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 | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |