2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 7 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 BMW 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 550. (609 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 550 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 609 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |