2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage 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 217 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 970 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1615 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 Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |