2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Arnage 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 253 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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 (1,001 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
| Model | Arnage | BLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 58 L |
