2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |
