2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 12 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Arnage. (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 671 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2013 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Arnage | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
