2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2002 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 2002 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (839 Nm) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | 156 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 839 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3120 mm |
