2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Arnage 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 11 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (389 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 389 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 84 L |
