2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 892 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Arnage | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
