2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 BMW 530

To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Arnage 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 145 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 920 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bentley Arnage 2007 BMW 530
Make Bentley BMW
Model Arnage 530
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 399 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.3 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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