2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F512 M. (719 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2510 mm |
