2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 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 231 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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 (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |