2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (408 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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 (876 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | Arnage | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
