2001 Acura CL vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2001 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Acura | Bentley |
Model | CL | Arnage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 96 L |