2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Arnage | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
