2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2002 Bentley Arnage and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (246 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 246 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |