2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 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 210 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | 730 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |