2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 995 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2570 mm |
