2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage 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 146 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 675 kg more than 2013 Audi A7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (441 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Arnage | A7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
