2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage 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 165 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000, 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 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 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Arnage | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
