2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 BMW Z22
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z22. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z22 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 73 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z22. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z22. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 970 kg more than 2001 BMW Z22. 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) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z22. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z22.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2001 BMW Z22 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | Z22 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3169 cc |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
