2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 936 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 540 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |