2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 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 (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z8. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
