2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Arnage | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 551 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
