2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Arnage. (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 90 L |
