2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 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 358 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 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 | 2001 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 318 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
