1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (321 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia. 2012 Opel Insignia 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. 2012 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Arnage | Insignia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2737 mm |