2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 126 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Arnage | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 54 L |
