2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Volvo C70. (236 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 832 kg more than 1997 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70, 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo C70. (330 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |
