2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 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 218 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 965 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
