2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Dodge Ram. 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
