2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram 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 177 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 252 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Arnage | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |