2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 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 (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1998 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
