2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 BMW LMR
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW LMR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW LMR would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 970 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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 (875 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1999 BMW LMR | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | LMR |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
