2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 1997 BMW 850 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 850 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 329 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 490 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2690 mm |