2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 5 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 212 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
