2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62 (605 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Bentley | Maybach |
| Model | Arnage | 62 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 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 | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
