2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1991 BMW M12
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW M12 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1991 BMW M12 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | M12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
