2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Audi R8. (420 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 950 kg more than 2011 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Arnage | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
