2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP) has 783 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bentley Arnage. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Bentley | SSC |
| Model | Arnage | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 1183 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1090 mm |
