2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 795 kg more than 2011 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 (839 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | M3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 839 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2761 mm |
