2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Bentley Arnage. (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Arnage | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
