1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 827 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 2012 Nissan Frontier
Make Bentley Nissan
Model Arnage Frontier
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1693 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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