2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 945 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Arnage | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 251 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
