2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (174 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Arnage | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| 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 | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
