1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 14 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 124 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 772 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | CC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
