2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 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 131 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 BMW M3. 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) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 2005 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 337 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 63 L |