2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 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 106 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 911 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Arnage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2360 mm |
