2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 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 162 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 455 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 15.5 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3165 mm |
