2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 BMW Z9
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 Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 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 159 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z9. (560 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3060 mm |
