2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 850 kg more than 2009 BMW 535. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 535 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 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 535 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
