2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1986 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
