2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Bentley Turbo. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Bentley Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Arnage | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 94 L |
