2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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 360 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2011 Audi A3. 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, 2011 Audi A3, 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 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 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 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Arnage | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
