2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Arnage. (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 895 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2007 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari F550. (570 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari F550. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 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 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | F550 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
