2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 BMW 332
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 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 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 BMW 332. 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 671 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 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 | 2002 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 332 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3201 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 | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |
