2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 6 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati MC12. (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati MC12. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati MC12 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 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maserati |
| Model | Arnage | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 623 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
