2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 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 281 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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 664 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |