2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 BMW V12
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 V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 971 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (835 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1998 BMW V12 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | V12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2790 mm |
