2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | M3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
