2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1995 BMW S3
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 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 (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 860 kg more than 1995 BMW S3. 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 (1,001 Nm) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1995 BMW S3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | S3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
