2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 BMW 728
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 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 210 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 BMW 728. 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1998 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 728 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
