2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 3 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Arnage. (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 (835 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. (650 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Arnage | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
