2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1992 BMW 740
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 865 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1992 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
